Profile

At an early stage, but with world-class technology, Quantasol is a spin-off from Imperial, developing advanced solar cell technology by tailoring structures on a nanoscale, taking advantage of so-called quantum wells. The solar cells produced by this technology make them among the most efficient in the world. They are suited to concentrated solar systems, where relatively low-cost magnifiers focus light on smaller and more efficient solar cells, making energy generation cheaper.

In brief

· Based in London, UK· 5 employees· Founded in 2006· Product in development· www.quantasol.com